good harbour

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

A harbour that provides effective protection from storms and bad weather.

harbourADJECTIVE + NOUN

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good

Examples (10)

  • The city's location was chosen specifically because it has a good harbour.
  • Sailors in the past would risk everything to find a good harbour during a storm.
  • The development of a good harbour transformed the small village into a major trading port.
  • For a vessel of this size, finding a good harbour with deep water is essential.
  • The island is blessed with a natural, good harbour that has sheltered ships for centuries.
  • We need to invest in creating a good harbour to support the growing fishing fleet.
  • The old sea captain knew that a good harbour was worth more than gold after a long voyage.
  • A survey confirmed that the bay could be developed into a good harbour.
  • What makes this a good harbour is its natural protection from the strong westerly winds.
  • Despite its scenic beauty, the cove does not provide a good harbour in bad weather.